Indigenous Artist Lunch Workshop

The San Juan College’s (SJC) Native American Center (NAC), in partnership with radio station KSUT and the Dream Warriors, is proud to present the Indigenous Creative Artists Series: Lunch Workshop and Performances in celebration of Native American Heritage Month. This dynamic two-part event will highlight the voices, stories and talents of Indigenous artists working in hip-hop, poetry, music, DJing and storytelling.

The series will take place on Monday, November 17, and is free and open to the public. The day will begin with a Lunch Workshop at 11:30 a.m. in the Suns Room, offering an engaging and interactive experience. Later in the evening, attendees are invited to enjoy the Performances at 5:00 p.m. in the Connie Gotsch Theatre, showcasing the talents of featured Indigenous artists.

Featured Artists:
• Tall Paul – A Hip-Hop Anishinaabe and Oneida artist enrolled on the Leech Lake reservation in Minnesota. His music reflects his inner-city upbringing and combines substance, soul and character.
• Tanaya Winder – An author, singer/songwriter, poet, motivational speaker and educator. An enrolled citizen of the Duckwater Shoshone Tribe, she also comes from Southern Ute, Pyramid Lake Paiute and Diné heritage. Her performances and talks emphasize “heartwork”—the life path of following one’s passions and gifts.
• Twin City Tone – An Ojibwe DJ/MC from St. Paul, Minnesota. Known for his lyricism and unique flow, he is part of the duo Red Poets Society with Tall Paul, and has shared the stage with artists including the Black Eyed Peas.

Both events are presented in collaboration with the Dream Warriors, a collective of artists dedicated to using their passions and gifts to inspire and uplift communities, making this series not only a celebration of creativity but also a call to pursue one’s own “heartwork.”

"The Indigenous Creative Artists Series is an opportunity to celebrate Native voices and talents while honoring the diversity of our communities," said Brandon Ashley Director of the Native American Center. "By partnering with the Dream Warriors and KSUT, we hope to inspire others to pursue their own gifts and passions, reminding us that creativity can be a powerful tool for strengthening both culture and community."